Addis ababa: The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, received in audience Abdullah Almusaibeeh, President of the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA). The meeting focused on strengthening the partnership between the African Union Commission and BADEA, particularly in the health and social sectors. According to Ethiopian News Agency, the African Union acknowledged in a social media post the longstanding support provided by Arab institutions to Africa's development agenda. Discussions underscored a shared commitment to enhancing AU-BADEA collaboration and advancing Africa's development goals through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions. Both sides reaffirmed their dedication to deepening cooperation and promoting the exchange of expertise across key sectors.